Part of a home inspector's analysis of a home includes a look at the electrical outlets. Not only will this inspection see if there are any obvious defects with the electrical system, but it will also ...

Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging as it normally does—rather, it seemed that this one electrical outlet was not working. Is there something ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Smart plugs are the simpler option: You plug them directly into an existing outlet, and they add a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth receiver between the wall and whatever you're powering. No installation required.

A $12 cover could be the only thing standing between your home and a serious electrical hazard.

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

Electric outlets. They’re the unsung heroes of modern life, quietly powering everything from the coffee maker to the laptop ...